Both the 2025 TaylorMade Tour Response Stripe and the 2024 Titleist AVX are premium-quality options that sit between mid-tier and tour-level performance. They cater to golfers who value soft feel and control but differ in spin profile, flight, and overall personality.
Check out how they compare head-to-head.
Comparison Overview
| Model | 2025 TaylorMade Tour Response Stripe | 2024 Titleist AVX |
| Compression | Mid, softer than tour balls | 77, softer than Pro V1 |
| Feel | Soft, solid feedback | Soft, premium urethane feel |
| Spin | Decent greenside spin, moderate overall | More greenside spin, slightly lower long-game spin |
| Trajectory | High flight, consistent | Low, penetrating flight |
| Distance | Strong for its class, long carry | Excellent distance, straighter compared to Pro V1 |
| Durability | Very good, light scuffs and minor paint wear | Solid, few marks after full round |
| Ideal Golfer | Mid-handicap players seeking premium feel at lower price | Mid-swing speed golfers preferring soft, lower-flight tour performance |
| Price | $45.99/dozen | $49.99/dozen |
| Color Options | Neon yellow, blue, pink, multi-pack, plus white/yellow versions | White and High Optic Yellow |
Who Is Each Ball Suited For?
2025 TaylorMade Tour Response Stripe
- Golfers who enjoy a soft feel with fun, high-visibility alignment options
- Players improving toward lower handicaps seeking consistency and control
- Golfers who like clear visual feedback during putting and alignment
2024 Titleist AVX
- Golfers who prefer a softer, lower-flight tour ball with premium feel
- Players with mid swing speeds seeking distance and precision
- Those who want near-Pro V1 quality at a slightly better price
Performance Comparison
Feel and Putter Feedback
- Tour Response Stripe: Soft off the putter with mellow sound and great alignment feedback thanks to the 360° ClearPath stripe.
- AVX: Exceptionally soft and smooth off the face, with controlled roll and excellent distance control.
EDGE: AVX — more refined premium feel on the greens.
Around the Green
- Tour Response Stripe: Fair amount of spin and good feedback, though pace control required some adjustment.
- AVX: Strong greenside spin and excellent distance control on bump-and-runs and chips.
EDGE: AVX — more consistent spin and control around the greens.
Approach Shots
- Tour Response Stripe: High flight, reliable distance, solid feel, and excellent feedback at impact.
- AVX: Lower flight, soft feel, straight trajectory, and outstanding distance with quick-stopping control.
EDGE: AVX — better distance stability and spin balance on approaches.
Durability
- Tour Response Stripe: Minor color wear and light scuffs; very good for a urethane-cast ball.
- AVX: Durable for a soft urethane cover, with only small marks after play
EDGE: Tie — both durable for their class.
Looks and Visibility
- Tour Response Stripe: Vibrant colors and bold 360° alignment stripe for visual clarity.
- AVX: Classic, elegant Titleist design with simple alignment aid.
EDGE: Tour Response Stripe — superior alignment and visibility options.
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